The IT Asset Management practice course focuses on how to plan and manage the full lifecycle of all IT assets, to help the organisation maximise value, control costs, manage risks, support decision-making about the purchase, re-use, retirement, and disposal of IT assets, meet regulatory and contractual requirements.
The practice course is for IT professionals who want to prove and validate their skills in this specific practice area. The individuals can demonstrate their understanding and application of the key concepts, principles, value and challenges of the practice at both strategic and operational levels, maximising value of the IT Assessment Management practice in their everyday work.
Syllabus
Module 0 – Welcome to ITIL 4 IT Asset Management Practice
Module 0 introduces you to the main course features:
Introduction to the certification program
Course navigation video
Course guide: Exam information, FAQs, and lesson plan
Module 1 – Key concepts
Module 1 begins by explaining the purpose and benefits of the IT asset management (ITAM) practice. It then provides an explanation of the of the important key terms and concepts. Lastly, there’s a description of the practice success factors (PSFs) and the key metrics for the IT asset management practice.
Module 2 – Value streams and processes
Module 2 looks at some of the processes of the ITAM practice. We’ll look at managing a common approach to ITAM and managing the IT asset lifecycle and records. Next, we’ll discover how to verify, audit and analyze IT assets, and lastly, we’ll learn how to integrate the practice of the organization’s value streams.
Module 3 – Enabling the practice
Module 3 begins by describing the organizations and people involved in the practice. It describes the responsibilities of the key roles and how to position the ITAM practice in the organizational structure.
Next, there’s an explanation of automation and tooling, with recommendations for the automation of the ITAM practice. The module then discusses partners and suppliers, explaining the dependencies of the practice on third parties and how partners and suppliers can support the practice.
The next topic is capability, with an explanation of how capability criteria support the practice capability development. Module 3 ends with recommendations for the success of the IT asset management practice and how the recommendations are supported by the ITIL guiding principles.
Module 4 – The practice exams
Module 4 contains two practice tests provided by PeopleCert.
Module 5 – ITIL 4 IT Asset Management Practice wrap-up
Module 5 provides information on booking the exam and other courses of interest.
Exams
ITIL® 4 Practitioner: IT Asset Management exam
Pre-requisites: ITIL® 4 Foundation
This is a multiple-choice ‘Objective Test Question’ (OTQ) exam consisting of 20 questions
There is a time limit of 30 minutes to complete the exam
The exam is closed book, with only the provided materials being permitted for use
The pass mark for the exam is 65%: you must answer at least 13/20 questions correctly
In countries where English is a second language, the time allocated for the exam is extended to 75 minutes
Passing this exam will allow candidates to proceed to exams for intermediate ITIL qualifications
PeopleCert Exam Information
Your exam voucher will be sent to you shortly after you purchase your course. The exam voucher must be redeemed on the PeopleCert website before starting your course. Redeeming the exam voucher allows customers to access the official eBook.
You can find detailed information on PeopleCert exam terms and conditions on our exams terms and conditions (T&Cs).
FAQ
What is ITSM?
ITSM, or IT Service Management, involves applying policies, procedures, and best practices to optimize IT services for both clients and employees, enhancing efficiency and satisfaction.
What is ITIL 4?
ITIL 4 represents the latest evolution of ITIL, the globally recognized framework for ITSM. It provides a comprehensive set of best practices that guide IT-powered organizations in designing, developing, and continuously improving their IT services.
What does ITIL stand for?
Originally, ITIL stood for ‘Information Technology Infrastructure Library.’ However, as the framework has evolved with frequent updates, it is no longer considered a static ‘library.’ Currently, ITIL doesn’t stand for anything but continues to be a leading model for IT service optimization.
What does the ITIL certification path look like?
The ITIL certification journey begins with the ‘ITIL Foundation’. After achieving this, individuals can advance through ‘Practice Manager,’ ‘Managing Professional,’ or ‘Strategic Leader’ streams. Mastery of all streams enables one to qualify as an ‘ITIL Master.’ Additionally, there are four ITIL extension modules for those focusing on specific ITSM areas, which are not part of the main ITIL pathway.
How much is ITIL certification worth?
ITIL certification can significantly enhance a professional’s earning potential. According to Payscale, certified ITIL practitioners can earn between $51,000 and over $259,000 annually, varying by experience, role, and certification level.
How does ITIL work?
ITIL equips users with best practices for developing efficient IT services, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This ensures services remain aligned with business objectives, optimizes resources, and facilitates ongoing enhancements.
How can ITIL benefit businesses?
ITIL 4 helps organizations optimize IT practices, supports continuous quality improvement, and remains adaptable to integrate with other methodologies like DevOps. Its forward-looking approach ensures it remains relevant as technological and best practice standards evolve.
Who are PeopleCert?
PeopleCert is a prominent accrediting body that owns and oversees several best practice frameworks, including ITIL 4, PRINCE2, MSP, PRINCE2 Agile, and AgileSHIFT.
What other frameworks can complement ITIL?
ITIL 4 seamlessly integrates with other frameworks such as Agile, DevOps, Lean, and PRINCE2, enhancing its adaptability and applicability across various organizational contexts.
The IT Asset Management practice course focuses on how to plan and manage the full lifecycle of all IT assets, to help the organisation maximise value, control costs, manage risks, support decision-making about the purchase, re-use, retirement, and disposal of IT assets, meet regulatory and contractual requirements.
The practice course is for IT professionals who want to prove and validate their skills in this specific practice area. The individuals can demonstrate their understanding and application of the key concepts, principles, value and challenges of the practice at both strategic and operational levels, maximising value of the IT Assessment Management practice in their everyday work.
Module 0 – Welcome to ITIL 4 IT Asset Management Practice
Module 0 introduces you to the main course features:
Introduction to the certification program
Course navigation video
Course guide: Exam information, FAQs, and lesson plan
Module 1 – Key concepts
Module 1 begins by explaining the purpose and benefits of the IT asset management (ITAM) practice. It then provides an explanation of the of the important key terms and concepts. Lastly, there’s a description of the practice success factors (PSFs) and the key metrics for the IT asset management practice.
Module 2 – Value streams and processes
Module 2 looks at some of the processes of the ITAM practice. We’ll look at managing a common approach to ITAM and managing the IT asset lifecycle and records. Next, we’ll discover how to verify, audit and analyze IT assets, and lastly, we’ll learn how to integrate the practice of the organization’s value streams.
Module 3 – Enabling the practice
Module 3 begins by describing the organizations and people involved in the practice. It describes the responsibilities of the key roles and how to position the ITAM practice in the organizational structure.
Next, there’s an explanation of automation and tooling, with recommendations for the automation of the ITAM practice. The module then discusses partners and suppliers, explaining the dependencies of the practice on third parties and how partners and suppliers can support the practice.
The next topic is capability, with an explanation of how capability criteria support the practice capability development. Module 3 ends with recommendations for the success of the IT asset management practice and how the recommendations are supported by the ITIL guiding principles.
Module 4 – The practice exams
Module 4 contains two practice tests provided by PeopleCert.
Module 5 – ITIL 4 IT Asset Management Practice wrap-up
Module 5 provides information on booking the exam and other courses of interest.
This is a multiple-choice ‘Objective Test Question’ (OTQ) exam consisting of 20 questions
There is a time limit of 30 minutes to complete the exam
The exam is closed book, with only the provided materials being permitted for use
The pass mark for the exam is 65%: you must answer at least 13/20 questions correctly
In countries where English is a second language, the time allocated for the exam is extended to 75 minutes
Passing this exam will allow candidates to proceed to exams for intermediate ITIL qualifications
PeopleCert Exam Information
Your exam voucher will be sent to you shortly after you purchase your course. The exam voucher must be redeemed on the PeopleCert website before starting your course. Redeeming the exam voucher allows customers to access the official eBook.
You can find detailed information on PeopleCert exam terms and conditions on our exams terms and conditions (T&Cs).
ITSM, or IT Service Management, involves applying policies, procedures, and best practices to optimize IT services for both clients and employees, enhancing efficiency and satisfaction.
What is ITIL 4?
ITIL 4 represents the latest evolution of ITIL, the globally recognized framework for ITSM. It provides a comprehensive set of best practices that guide IT-powered organizations in designing, developing, and continuously improving their IT services.
What does ITIL stand for?
Originally, ITIL stood for ‘Information Technology Infrastructure Library.’ However, as the framework has evolved with frequent updates, it is no longer considered a static ‘library.’ Currently, ITIL doesn’t stand for anything but continues to be a leading model for IT service optimization.
What does the ITIL certification path look like?
The ITIL certification journey begins with the ‘ITIL Foundation’. After achieving this, individuals can advance through ‘Practice Manager,’ ‘Managing Professional,’ or ‘Strategic Leader’ streams. Mastery of all streams enables one to qualify as an ‘ITIL Master.’ Additionally, there are four ITIL extension modules for those focusing on specific ITSM areas, which are not part of the main ITIL pathway.
How much is ITIL certification worth?
ITIL certification can significantly enhance a professional’s earning potential. According to Payscale, certified ITIL practitioners can earn between $51,000 and over $259,000 annually, varying by experience, role, and certification level.
How does ITIL work?
ITIL equips users with best practices for developing efficient IT services, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This ensures services remain aligned with business objectives, optimizes resources, and facilitates ongoing enhancements.
How can ITIL benefit businesses?
ITIL 4 helps organizations optimize IT practices, supports continuous quality improvement, and remains adaptable to integrate with other methodologies like DevOps. Its forward-looking approach ensures it remains relevant as technological and best practice standards evolve.
Who are PeopleCert?
PeopleCert is a prominent accrediting body that owns and oversees several best practice frameworks, including ITIL 4, PRINCE2, MSP, PRINCE2 Agile, and AgileSHIFT.
What other frameworks can complement ITIL?
ITIL 4 seamlessly integrates with other frameworks such as Agile, DevOps, Lean, and PRINCE2, enhancing its adaptability and applicability across various organizational contexts.
Good e-Learning achieves what many thought was not possible – an online course that is straight forward and gets some very complex material across in a fun and engaging manner. The materials are illustrated with easy-to-follow graphics, voice-overs and videos that make the subject matter memorable – especially important for preparing for the exam!
David Cannon
Leading IT Management Consultant, Author & Lead Editor for ITIL 4: Digital & IT Strategy
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